- Fetterman leaves the Democrats before the midterms?<1¢<1%
- Fetterman leaves the Democrats by December 31, 2026?14¢14%
Senator John Fetterman’s growing distance from Pennsylvania Democrats stems from his consistent support for Israel, criticism of progressive factions, and willingness to work across the aisle with Republicans, including a joint fundraising effort and a September 2026 video appearance at a GOP midterm convention. State and local Democrats have expressed frustration, with polls showing his favorability among registered Democrats dropping sharply while rising among Republicans. Fetterman has repeatedly stated he has no plans to leave the party and no reason to switch, though he has identified an official Democratic shift against Israel as a potential red line. His seat faces a 2028 primary, and the November 2026 midterms could determine whether he becomes a pivotal vote in a narrowly divided Senate.
Rules
This market will resolve to “Yes” if John Fetterman officially announces that he is leaving, or formally leaves, the Democratic Party by December 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to “No”. Announcements from Fetterman that he will join the Republican Party, become an independent, join another political party, or otherwise cease to be a member of the Democratic Party will qualify. A consensus of credible reporting that Fetterman has formally left the Democratic Party will also suffice. Statements criticizing the Democratic Party, voting with Republicans, endorsing Republican candidates, describing himself as bipartisan or independent-minded, or expressing disagreement with Democratic Party positions will not qualify unless accompanied by an official announcement that he is leaving the Democratic Party or a consensus of credible reporting that he has formally left the Democratic Party. The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from John Fetterman; however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.